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Edu 205 Lecture Note by Daboer Stephen Dakup
Edu 205 Lecture Note by Daboer Stephen Dakup
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Who is a teacher?
A teacher has been defined as an expert who is capable of imparting knowledge that will help
learners to build, identify and to acquire skills that will be used to face the challenges in life. The
teacher also provides to the learners’ knowledge, skills and values that enhance development.
Thus, A teacher is a person who provides help for pupils and students.
Teachers play vital roles in the lives of the students in their classrooms. Teachers are best known
for the role of educating the students that are placed in their care. Beyond that, teachers serve
many other roles in the classroom. Teachers set the tone of their classrooms, build a warm
environment, mentor and nurture students, become role models, and listen and look for signs of
trouble.
Teaching knowledge
The most common role a teacher plays in the classroom is to teach knowledge to children.
Teachers are given a curriculum they must follow that meets state guidelines. This curriculum is
followed by the teacher so that throughout the year, all pertinent knowledge is dispensed to the
students. Teachers teach in many ways including lectures, small group activities and hands-on
learning activities.
Teachers also play an important role in the classroom when it comes to the environment.
Students often mimic a teacher’s actions. If the teacher prepares a warm, happy environment,
students are more likely to be happy. An environment set by the teacher can be either positive or
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negative. If students sense the teacher is angry, students may react negatively to that and
therefore learning can be impaired. Teachers are responsible for the social behavior in their
classrooms. This behavior is primarily a reflection of the teacher’s actions and the environment
she sets.
Role Modeling
Teachers typically do not think of themselves as role models, however, inadvertently they are.
Students spend a great deal of time with their teacher and therefore, the teacher becomes a role
model to them. This can be a positive or negative effect depending on the teacher. Teachers are
there not only to teach the children, but also to love and care for them. Teachers are typically
highly respected by people in the community and therefore become a role model to students and
parents.
Mentoring
Mentoring is a natural role taken on by teachers, whether it is intentional or not. This again can
have positive or negative effects on children. Mentoring is a way a teacher encourages students
to strive to be the best they can. This also includes encouraging students to enjoy learning. Part
of mentoring consists of listening to students. By taking time to listen to what students say,
teachers impart to students a sense of ownership in the classroom. This helps build their
Signs Of Trouble
Another role played by teachers is a protector role. Teachers are taught to look for signs of
trouble in the students. When students’ behaviors change or physical signs of abuse are noticed,
teachers are required to look into the problem. Teachers must follow faculty procedures when it
Subject Mastery
First and foremost, of all the teacher qualities, exceptional educators must possess a deep
understanding of the subject matter they are teaching. Mastery of the content is essential for
effectively conveying information and fostering a rich learning environment. By having a firm
grasp of the subject, teachers can confidently guide students, answer questions, and address
Pedagogical Expertise
Equally important is the ability to translate that knowledge into meaningful and engaging
lessons. Pedagogical content knowledge is crucial for teachers to design effective instructional
strategies that cater to the diverse learning needs of their students. By employing various
teaching techniques and adapting their approach as necessary, teachers can ensure that students
Assessment Proficiency
Assessing student progress is also one of the vital qualities of a great teacher. By employing
intentional and ongoing assessment methods, teachers can gather data on students’
understanding, skills, and needs. This information enables them to tailor their teaching to
individual students and make informed instructional decisions. Acknowledging students’ diverse
backgrounds, prior knowledge, and experiences is also essential. Good teachers build upon
students’ existing knowledge, connecting new concepts to familiar ones and facilitating
Communication Skills
Beyond these foundational teacher qualities, good educators possess excellent communication
skills. They effectively convey information, actively listen to students, and encourage open
dialogue within the classroom. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, teachers
create opportunities for students to share their thoughts, ask questions, and engage in
collaborative learning.
Adaptability
Furthermore, good teachers exhibit adaptability and flexibility. They understand that each
student is unique, with varying strengths, weaknesses, and learning styles. A good teacher
adjusts their instructional methods and provides differentiated learning experiences to cater to
Lastly, good teachers demonstrate a genuine passion for education and a commitment to their
students’ success. They go above and beyond to foster a love of learning, inspire curiosity, and
instill confidence in their students. By establishing nurturing relationships with their students,
teachers create an atmosphere of trust and support, enabling students to thrive academically and
personally.
The qualities that define a good educator extend beyond a mere love for children. Teaching
adaptability, excellent communication skills, and a genuine passion for education. By embodying
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these characteristics, teachers can create a transformative and enriching learning experience for
their students.
What is teaching?
Teaching is intimate contact between a more mature personality and a less mature one which
designed to further the education of the latter. Teaching as an interactive process, primarily
involving classroom talk which takes place between teacher and pupil and occurs during certain
definable activities. Teaching is a generic term which denotes actions undertaken with the
intention of bringing about learning in another. In simple term, Teaching is a process where
systematic methods are used to transmit knowledge into someone. eaching is the process of
attending to people’s needs, experiences and feelings, and intervening so that they learn
It involves the sharing of information and ideas to facilitate learning and understanding.
The role of a teacher is to create a positive and supportive learning environment, provide
guidance and feedback, and help learners develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.
Good teaching is essential for the development of individuals and society as a whole, as it helps
2. Teaching is both arts as well as science. Teaching is an art as it calls for the exercise of
and skills, that can be systematically studied, described and improved. A good teacher is
3. Teaching has various forms, like formal and informal raining, conditioning or
indoctrination, etc.
5. Teaching is a tripolar process; the three poles are, educational objectives, learning
6. Teaching should be well planned, and the teacher should decide the objectives, methods
8. Good teaching is democratic, and teacher respects the students, encourages them to ask
What is Learning?
On daily basis each one of us learns something or the other intentionally or accidentally. Every
moment you learn something or the other because of the varied experience you have in life. In
the educational process, the central idea is learning. A child learns right from his birth and goes
on learning throughout his lifetime. A new born child is helpless at birth. He depends upon
others. But in due course, he learns a number of things. He learns to crawl, stand, walk, run, eat,
speak, dress etc. The process of learning continues till death. Even an adult during the course of
From the foregoing, Learning, in education, the process by which a relatively lasting change in
practice, or exercise.
Ideation learning which occurs in the cognitive ideation of the intellectual: Cognition
Skill Learning which normally takes place within the psychomotor domains of learning.
situation.
Emotional learning which refers to the affective learning. The end products of emotional
learning are positive attitude, values and ideals which determines individual’s character
more about the idea, to explore it as widely as possible to satisfy your curiosity, to increase your
students to learn best. This can only be done through effective discipline and classroom
management. Teachers also play an important role in the classroom when it comes to the
environment. Students often mimic a teacher’s actions. If the teacher prepares a warm, happy
environment, students are more likely to be happy. An environment set by the teacher can be
either positive or negative. If students sense the teacher is angry, students may react negatively to
that and therefore learning can be impaired. Teachers are responsible for the social behavior in
their classrooms. This behavior is primarily a reflection of the teacher’s actions and the
academic performance. Baker (2015) observes that improved teacher training in classroom
and preparation, interpersonal relationships and student motivation. This implies that classroom
management does not only refer to discipline in the classroom but also include a variety of
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activities a teacher is involved towards successful lesson delivery. Malone and Tietjens (2000)
define classroom management as “how teachers maintain order in a classroom”. Little and Akin-
Little (2003) define classroom management as ‘a set of procedures that, if followed, should help
the teacher maintain order in the classroom and involve both antecedent and consequent
There are three main components of classroom management. These components include
making the most of the time allotted for instruction, arranging instruction to promote academic
strategies.
To be effective in the prevention of various student discipline issues, it would make sense
for educators to understand these problems. Educators need to understand the extent of the
associated social, emotional, psychological, educational, and physical problems that accompany
student discipline issues. Seriously unacceptable student behavior, according to Olweus (2003),
is evident even in preschool with the problem peaking in middle school. It is important,
student behavior change with development and encompass many social systems. Peers play a
dominate role in both supporting such things as bullying and promoting a society of aggression.
Preventive Discipline consists of those things a teacher can do to prevent discipline problems
from occurring.